Overcoming and confidence are the weapons for the classic
Rubro-Negros emphasize the importance of believing in their teammates' work to beat Botafogo
By From the team at Flamengo's official website - inFlamengo and Botafogo have been the biggest clash in Rio de Janeiro football in recent years. And to emerge victorious in a duel like this, which will be repeated next Saturday (September 02.09nd), requires much more than quality and talent on the field. Motivation and confidence are essential. And, of course, overcoming obstacles is essential, as in the 1-0 victory in the first round.
Therefore, there's no room for controversy or any kind of "he said, she said." According to supporter Renato, one of the players most identified with Flamengo's colors in the current squad, fans can rest assured that the players and coaching staff are working together to do what's best for the Red-Blacks.
"The group has confidence in him. If we didn't, we wouldn't be working with him anymore. I was the first to say, right after he was hired, that he was a transparent guy. There's no point in fueling problems, since we only have to think about winning games," he said.
Regardless of the lineup or tactical scheme with which Flamengo heads to Engenhão, the red-and-blacks promise to give a lot of effort to achieve victory.
"Silas is trying to do what's best for Flamengo and doing what he knows how. The team he's picking is the right one for him, and it's up to us, the players, to accept and comply with everything he asks," he added.
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